1965 DKW F 11 vs. 1989 Honda Accord
To start off, 1989 Honda Accord is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 DKW F 11. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 DKW F 11 would be higher. At 1,955 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Honda Accord (120 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1965 DKW F 11. (34 HP @ 4300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1965 DKW F 11. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Honda Accord weights approximately 468 kg more than 1965 DKW F 11. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1989 Honda Accord (166 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 DKW F 11. (71 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1989 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 DKW F 11.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 DKW F 11 | 1989 Honda Accord | |
| Make | DKW | Honda |
| Model | F 11 | Accord |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 796 cc | 1955 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 3 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 34 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 71 Nm | 166 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 82.7 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 68 mm | 91 mm |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 730 kg | 1198 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3970 mm | 4450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2260 mm | 2610 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 31 L | 60 L |
